Head of Exhibitor Relations, Frieze (1 Year Fixed-Term Contract)
Frieze Closing date: Thu, 16 Apr 2026
- Full time
- £50k+
- Apply now
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Exhibitor Processes Coordination
Oversee the exhibitor timeline across all fairs
Liaise with Director of Exhibitor Relations, Fair Directors and teams to ensure fairs are delivered on time and on budget
Track improvements implementation year-round across all fairs
Coordinate team debriefs with other departments and external contractors across all fairs
Maintain, review and update exhibitor procedures
Lead conversation with Digital team to ensure maintenance and development of exhibitor sites and platforms
Liaise with Data team to ensure consistency and accuracy of our Exhibitor database
Ensure consistency of procedures and decisions across all fairs
Keep accurate and up to date information on other art fairs
Coordinate team to produce research and analysis as required by Directors
Support Expo Chicago and The Armory Show teams on the onboarding to Frieze's systems and procedures
Oversee applications process across all fairs to ensure informed decision making and timely launch
Oversee Committee meetings preparation and delivery across all fairs, including results process
Oversee exhibitor manual launch across all fairs to ensure informed decision making and timely launch
Oversee stand plan process across all fairs to ensure accurate inform process and timely sign off
Lead conversations with Production team and external contractors to ensure best possible experience for exhibitors
Lead liaison with Finance team across all fairs, oversee gallery invoicing and debt collection process
Oversee year-round communications to galleries
Oversee delivery of all online material related to gallery information and content
Support Directors in the delivery of the curated sections
Be the point of escalation for exhibitor related issues for Exhibitor Relations Managers, Coordinators and Assistants, year-round and onsite
Make recommendations on the overall Exhibitor strategy across all fairs
Job Requirements
Knowledge & Skillset
Proven experience working in the arts and/or events at a senior level
Highly organised with ability to manage and deliver on fast-paced timeline
Strong leadership, management and communication skills
Ability to foster growth and development within a team
Experience working with multiple stakeholders to deliver complex and high-quality events/projects
Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills
Demonstrated success in budget management
Familiarity with project management tools and CRM systems
Job Overview
- Job Title: Head of Exhibitor Relations, Frieze (1 Year Fixed-Term Contract)
- Salary: £50k+
- Hours: Full time
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Thu, 16 Apr 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
Apply to provided link by 5pm on April 16th.
About Frieze
Frieze is the world’s leading platform for modern and contemporary art, dedicated to artists, galleries, collectors and art lovers alike. Frieze comprises three publications, frieze magazine, Frieze Masters Magazine and Frieze Week; four international art fairs, Frieze London, Frieze LA, Frieze New York, Frieze Seoul and Frieze Masters; No.9 Cork Street, a permanent gallery space in the heart of London; regular talks and summits, led by frieze editors; and frieze.com - the definitive resource fo